Orthodontic practices near CH48
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of CH48, 25 practices within 10 and 78 practices within 20. The closest is Lakeside Orthodontics in Wirral, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside OrthodonticsWirral | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (86 reviews) |
| Primo DentalWallasey | 3.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (48 reviews) |
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 4.4 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (144 reviews) |
| West House OrthodonticsPrenton | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (147 reviews) |
| Wallasey Village Dental PracticeWallasey | 5.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (592 reviews) |
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 6.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (144 reviews) |
| Wallasey OrthodonticsWallasey | 6.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (73 reviews) |
| WALLASEY ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEWallasey | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CH48 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wirral, 0.7 miles west; the next are Wallasey (3.3 miles north-east) and Heswall (4.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wirral | 1 | 0.7 miles west |
| Wallasey | 4 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Heswall | 1 | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Prenton | 1 | 5.4 miles east |
| Bebington | 1 | 6.1 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CH48
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Sandstone Dental Practice in Heswall (5.0 from 144 reviews), 4.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 6.1 miles south-east |
| Wallasey Village Dental PracticeWallasey | 4.9 (592 reviews) | 5.6 miles north-east |
| West House OrthodonticsPrenton | 4.9 (147 reviews) | 5.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CH48
CH48 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Lakeside Orthodontics in Wirral is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 78.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lakeside Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around CH48 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around CH48 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lakeside Orthodontics in Wirral, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 9 miles away.
CH48 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wirral |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,705 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,322 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Calday Grange Grammar School — 0.3 miles Hilbre High School — 0.6 miles West Kirby Grammar School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,828 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 135 schools, 50,765 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lakeside Orthodontics, Wirral — under a mile Primo Dental, Wallasey — 3 miles The Sandstone Dental Practice, Heswall — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 78 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CH29, CH47, CH28, CH49, CH46, CH61, CH30, CH31 |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Orthodontic research around CH48
A typical orthodontic search around CH48 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CH48 is West Kirby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CH48
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CH48?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CH48 is Lakeside Orthodontics in Wirral, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Primo Dental (3.3 miles) and The Sandstone Dental Practice (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CH48?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of CH48, 25 practices within 10 miles and 78 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CH48?
The nearest practice to CH48 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lakeside Orthodontics in Wirral, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include West House Orthodontics (5.4 miles) and Buckle Advanced Dental Care (6.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the CH48 postcode district?
Places in or next to CH48 include West Kirby, Caldy, Hoylake, Frankby, Saughall Massie, Thurstaston, Great Meols and Greasby.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CH48 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for West Kirby, Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near CH48?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.